Senior, Software Engineer - Back End

Walmart; Sunnyvale (CA); On-site; USD 117,000 - 234,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discount Card

Live Better U

401(k) matching

Stock purchase program

Paid time off

Job summary

Walmart is seeking a Senior Software Engineer in Sunnyvale to lead the design, development, and delivery of scalable software aligning with business goals. You will work on robust distributed systems and collaborate across teams to ensure performance, security, and reliability.

The role requires expertise in architecture, coding standards, and agile methods, with a focus on quality, CI/CD, and operational excellence in Walmart’s tech ecosystem.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, computer engineering, or related field.
• 3 years’ experience in software engineering or related area or 5 years’ experience.
• Master’s degree is preferred for advanced roles.

Responsibilities

• Lead design, development and delivery of scalable software.
• Analyze requirements and address technical challenges in a cross-functional team.
• Implement CI/CD and automated testing to ensure quality.
• Maintain high availability, security, and reliability of systems.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to meet customer needs and drive improvement.
• Ensure architecture aligns with business objectives and standards.

Skills

Software architecture

Distributed systems

Object-oriented programming

CI/CD pipelines

Agile methodologies

Code reviews

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/related field

Master’s degree in CS/related field

Tools

CI/CD tools

Telemetry

Job description

1375 Crossman Ave
Sunnyvale, CA 94089-1114

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$117,000 - $234,000/yr

Regular/ Permanent

Position Summary...

What you'll do...

Immigration sponsorship is not available for this role. Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the United States without current or future visa sponsorship.
This is a full-time, onsite role at our Sunnyvale, CA office. This position is not eligible for remote work.Role summary:

AsaSeniorSoftwareEngineeratWalmart,youwillleadthedesign,development,anddeliveryofscalablesoftwaresolutionsthatalignwithbusinessobjectives.Thisrolerequiresexpertiseinsoftwarearchitecture,codingstandards,andagilemethodologiestocreatemaintainable,high-qualitycomponents.Youwillcollaboratewithcross-functionalteamstoanalyzerequirements,addresstechnicalchallenges,andimplementcontinuousintegrationanddeploymentpractices.Yourcontributionswillensurerobustapplicationperformance,security,andreliabilitywhiledrivinginnovationandoperationalexcellencewithinWalmart’stechnologyenvironment.

About the team:

Our team develops and maintains robust distributed systems that support Walmart’s eCommerce and supply chain operations by efficiently processing high transaction volumes. We focus on capturing and analyzing transaction data from multiple sources to promptly identify and resolve potential disruptions. Emphasizing scalable platform design, iterative development, and continuous delivery, we ensure real-time, accurate information for clients. Collaboration and technical expertise drive our efforts to build reliable solutions that enhance operational performance and customer experience across Walmart’s digital ecosystem. The team prioritizes innovation, quality, and responsiveness in delivering impactful software solutions.

What you'll do:

• Analyzeandclassifyrequirementstoalignwithbusinessandtechnicalobjectives,ensuringcomprehensivescopingandestimation.
• Designscalablesoftwaresolutionsbyevaluatingtrade-offsandconvertinghigh-leveldesignsintodetailedfunctionalmodules.
• Developmaintainable,testablecodeadheringtocodingstandardsandsecuritypoliciesacrossmultipleplatformsandlanguages.
• Createandexecutetestcasestoidentifydefects,performrootcauseanalysis,andsupportregressiontesting.
• Monitorapplicationperformanceandtroubleshootissuestomaintainhighavailabilityandscalability.
• Collaboratewithstakeholderstodeliversolutionsthatmeetcustomerandbusinessneedswhilesupportingcontinuousimprovementinitiatives.

What you'll bring:

• Provenexpertiseinsoftwarearchitecture,scalabledistributedsystems,anddesignpatterns.
• Strongproficiencyinobject-orientedprogrammingandcodingstandardsusinglanguagessuchasJavaScript,Python,orC.
• Experiencewithcontinuousintegrationandcontinuousdelivery(CI/CD)pipelines,automationscripting,andtelemetryimplementation.
• Abilitytoanalyzeandtranslatebusinessrequirementsintodetailedtechnicaldesignsanduserstories.
• Skilledincodereview,debugging,defectmanagement,andensuringhigh-quality,maintainablecode.
• Familiaritywithtestingmethodologies,tools,anddefectlifecycleprocesses.
• Demonstratedproblem-solvingskillsandcommitmenttodeliveringsecure,high-availabilitysoftwaresolutions.

At Walmart, we offer competitive pay as well as performance-based bonus awards and other great benefits for a happier mind, body, and wallet. Health benefits include medical, vision and dental coverage. Financial benefits include 401(k), stock purchase and company-paid life insurance. Paid time off benefits include PTO (including sick leave), parental leave, family care leave, bereavement, jury duty, and voting. Other benefits include short-term and long-term disability, company discounts, Military Leave Pay, adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement, and more. You will also receive PTO and/or PPTO that can be used for vacation, sick leave, holidays, or other purposes. The amount you receive depends on your job classification and length of employment. It will meet or exceed the requirements of paid sick leave laws, where applicable. For information about PTO, see https://one.walmart.com/notices . Live Better U is a Walmart-paid education benefit program for full-time and part-time associates in Walmart and Sam's Club facilities. Programs range from high school completion to bachelor's degrees, including English Language Learning and short-form certificates. Tuition, books, and fees are completely paid for by Walmart.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to a specific plan or program terms.

For information about benefits and eligibility, see One.Walmart .

The annual salary range for this position is $117,000.00 - $234,000.00 Additional compensation includes annual or quarterly performance bonuses. Additional compensation for certain positions may also include:

Minimum Qualifications...

Option 1: Bachelor's degree in computer science, computer engineering, computer information systems, software engineering, or related area and 3 years’ experience in software engineering or related area.

Option 2: 5 years’ experience in software engineering or related area.

Preferred Qualifications...

Master’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Computer Information Systems, Software Engineering, or related area and 1 year's experience in software engineering or related area., We value candidates with a background in creating inclusive digital experiences, demonstrating knowledge in implementing Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.2 AA standards, assistive technologies, and integrating digital accessibility seamlessly. The ideal candidate would have knowledge of accessibility best practices and join us as we continue to create accessible products and services following Walmart’s accessibility standards and guidelines for supporting an inclusive culture.

Primary Location...

1375 Crossman Ave, Sunnyvale, CA 94089-1114, United States of AmericaWalmart and its subsidiaries are committed to maintaining a drug-free workplace and has a no tolerance policy regarding the use of illegal drugs and alcohol on the job. This policy applies to all employees and aims to create a safe and productive work environment.

Walmart is committed to maintaining a drug-free workplace and has a no tolerance policy regarding the use of illegal drugs and alcohol on the job. This policy applies to all employees and aims to create a safe and productive work environment.

Benefits you’ll enjoy

• Discount Card
• Get 10% off
• Walmart associates are eligible for a 10% discount card on most regular-priced items and fresh produce in-store and on select items at Walmart.com. Eligible after 90 days of employment.
• Live Better U
• 100% covered
• Earn a degree or in-demand skills certificates with no debt- Walmart covers 100% of tuition and books. Live Better U offers 60+ programs for Associates to pursue their dreams.
• Ready to grow your career? Walmart Academy offers job-specific retail training and leadership courses to help Associates reach their career goals.
• Enjoy 401(k) matching and stock purchase plans.
• Paid time off
• Take a break as needed for vacation, sick leave, holidays, parental leave, and more
• Medical, dental, vision, and wellness programs for you and your family
• Access mental health resources and assistance programs for life’s challenges
• Training, leadership programs, and clear paths to advance.

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